Master of Arts Public Administration and Specialization Science, Society and Policy

The public administration program participates in the Collaborative Specialization in Science, Society and Policy at the master’s level. The collaborative specialization was created to enable students to enrich their education in public administration by adding the interdisciplinary dimension of Science, Society and Policy.

The objective of the collaborative specialization in Science, Society and Policy is to provide students with the knowledge and skills needed to evaluate the challenges confronting decision making at the interface of science and policy. Students will have an opportunity to explore how evidence is used in decision-making, how current policies shape the scientific enterprise, and how emerging technologies interact with society.

The programs are governed by the academic regulations in effect for graduate studies.

For the most accurate and up to date information on application deadlines, language tests and other admission requirements, please visit the specific requirements webpage.

Admission to the graduate program in Public Administration is governed by the general regulations in effect for graduate studies.

To be considered for admission, applicants must hold a bachelor’s degree with specialization or a major in public administration or in a related discipline with a minimum average of 75% (B+).

Students can only choose the MA with research paper for this collaborative specialization.

An active knowledge of French and English is essential. All students must successfully complete the course PAP 6502 given in French only and must be able to read texts in French and in English.